cellular respiration [GO_0045333]

The enzymatic release of energy from inorganic and organic compounds (especially carbohydrates and fats) which either requires oxygen (aerobic respiration) or does not (anaerobic respiration).

cellular respiration

ID: GO_0045333

Class

The enzymatic release of energy from inorganic and organic compounds (especially carbohydrates and fats) which either requires oxygen (aerobic respiration) or does not (anaerobic respiration).

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Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
respiration broad synonym
oxidative metabolic process exact synonym
oxidative metabolism exact synonym